This role presents an exciting opportunity for a trained Clinical Endoscopist to join the Hywel Dda University Health Board Endoscopy Team, working across four endoscopy units (3 of which are fully JAG accredited).

The role involves independently performing upper and/or lower gastrointestinal procedures, working collaboratively as a key member of the Endoscopy team.

This post is advertised as a Band 8a and ideally candidates for this role must have achieved the Independent Prescriber course and meet the competencies within the person specification. However applicants who do not currently hold the qualification and competencies for the Band 8a role are encouraged to apply, and if successful, will need to attain the qualification within 24 months and will be appointed under the All Wales Annex 21 rules.

This means they will be supported by a development plan. (During the first year payment will be 70% of the top rate of band 8a pay, and the second year 75%). and following successful completion the post holder will then be paid at Band 8a (minimum point on the scale). Support and supervision will be provided in order to develop the successful applicant to the Band 8a role. Failure to achieve the qualification and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in re-deployment.

Interviews will be held on 27/08/2024.

Main duties of the job

Independently perform gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures.These procedures require special certification and specialised training from the Joint Advisory Group for Endoscopy (JAG) and will be carried out to the standard of JAG accredited senior Medical Practitioners.

Independently diagnose and treat a range of benign and malignant conditions, often as the most senior endoscopy clinician on site.

Independently manage own caseload of Gastroenterology patients, providing an autonomous diagnostic and therapeutic service.

Exercise and demonstrate specialist levels of clinical judgement, discretion and clinical decision making. Be responsible for diagnosing benign and malignant gastrointestinal conditions and discussing the findings of such examinations with the patients and plan appropriate patient management.

Undertake audit and research which will directly improve and impact on improving standards of patient care.

Provide teaching to trainee endoscopists, which will include other Clinical Endoscopists as well as Senior Medical and Surgical Doctors (Registrar and Consultant level).

Provide teaching and education services for the endoscopy nursing workforce.

Hold or working towards independent Non-Medical Prescriber qualification.

Work across the four pillars of advanced practice and be able to demonstrate this within area of practice and maintenance of a portfolio of evidence.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest

Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire

47 general practices (6 of which are managed practices), 45 dental practices (including 4 orthodontic), 96 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres

Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services

Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional: e.g., NMC or HCPC registration (or other relevant registration e.g., PAMVR)
• Masters level education in advanced practice and/or endoscopy
• JAG accredited endoscopist
• Independent prescriber (to be achieved within 18 months of commencing post)

Desirable

• Mentoring / Teaching Qualification
• JAG Train-the-Trainer course completed
• Non-medical radiology referral certification (working towards)
• Member of JAG ENDO faculty

Experience

Essential

• Overall understanding / nursing knowledge of gastrointestinal and colorectal nursing
• Evidence of professional/service development
• Sound experience of working within the endoscopy environment as a senior clinician
• Experience of JAG/GRS implementation
• Ability to prioritise workload and direct colleagues
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to work within a large multidisciplinary team
• Ability to adapt to a changing working environment
• Confident IT skills

Desirable

• Experience working as a JAG accredited endoscopist

Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Health Board Wide

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

100-NMR307-0824